2G Removing 2nd Gen Head

[Robertc2427]

What are some steps to removing a 2nd gen head. what are some good do's and dont's. Any help is appreciated.

 

[MITSUMURDOK]

Go to the VFAQs and check your service manual for all the specifics. I just recently did the head gasket on my 95 and it was a lot easier than I planned. I left the intake and exhaust manis bolted to the head and removed everything one shot. The only things I removed IIRC were the turbo, hoses, IC pipes, electrical connectors and the timing belt.

 

[2gProjectCar]

What are some steps to removing a 2nd gen head. what are some good do's and dont's. Any help is appreciated.

I'm recalling this from memory so it may not be 100% accurate.\
Remove spark plug wires then there is 8 10 (maybe 13)mm bolts to remove the valve cover. once the cover is removed, then you have to take off the cam holders
be careful not to snap any of the bolts into the head. remove the cams to get to the bolts holding the head to the block. i think there is 6 of them but cant remember the size. again, be careful not to snap any of these. after that the head should be free except for the thermostat housing, and the intake and exhaust manifolds.

I'm pretty sure i'm forgetting something, but that should be the most of it.

 

[Tyeler18]

I'm recalling this from memory so it may not be 100% accurate.\
Remove spark plug wires then there is 8 10 (maybe 13)mm bolts to remove the valve cover. once the cover is removed, then you have to take off the cam holders
be careful not to snap any of the bolts into the head. remove the cams to get to the bolts holding the head to the block. i think there is 6 of them but cant remember the size. again, be careful not to snap any of these. after that the head should be free except for the thermostat housing, and the intake and exhaust manifolds.

I'm pretty sure i'm forgetting something, but that should be the most of it.

I never removed the cams when I did mine....

 

[2gProjectCar]

Ah, just realized the OP has a 4g63 motor, not the 420a. My bad. .

 

[MITSUMURDOK]

I didn't remove my cams either...if you are using head studs, there is a clearance issue with a few of the washers when you put the head back on. No big deal, I put all the washers on the head (held in place with a dab of the assembly lube), then put the head on.

 

[unisonicz]

hi I am new to the forum my name is James!

I am looking for a 22 Spline Transfer Case for M/T (the spline count is on the shaft that goes from the transfer case to the tranny) not the one that goes to the driveshaft thanks!!

Jack threads much? !

 

[unisonicz]

You don't need to jack threads and spam the forums to do that. Now back on topic.

Kyle

 

[GIRman67]

Just trying to get my 30 postings so i can post a WTB ad

totally not the right way to go about getting you 30 posts if you have any knowledge on DSM's or even have an idea that will help thread jacking is not the correct way to do it just saying not the way to go about it

and OP if you don't already have them Jay Racing has a timing belt tool kit that will help you hold your cams in place and hold your tensioner down I'm going to pick one up it will help a little

 

[jamesbadgley]

I am sure not a newbie thanks though!! I have knowledge in dsm's... I have already changed the clutch, alternator, cv shaft, oil pan gasket, and have removed the transfer case... I am pretty sure if i can do all of these repairs to a dsm that would make me not a noob right? just because you know how to write a post does not mean you know how to work on a car

 

[unisonicz]

I am sure not a newbie thanks though!! I have knowledge in dsm's... I have already changed the clutch, alternator, cv shaft, oil pan gasket, and have removed the transfer case... I am pretty sure if i can do all of these repairs to a dsm that would make me not a noob right? just because you know how to write a post does not mean you know how to work on a car

You are correct. The point of the 30 post is for people to get to know you, for you to learn the rules of the forums, get a feel for them and it also dissuades scammers from the "For Sale" and "WTB" sections as well. We don't need your...

hi I am new to the forum my name is James!

I am looking for a 22 Spline Transfer Case for M/T (the spline count is on the shaft that goes from the transfer case to the tranny) not the one that goes to the driveshaft thanks!!

... in every post, it is annoying and plain rude.

 

[jamesbadgley]

ok man its a website get over it

i need a transfer case and i cant post in the WTB ads which i think is ridiculous

if you need to know the steps of removing a 2G head buy a chiltons manual for $15 and it tells you step by step its that easy

 

[unisonicz]

To the OP, I apologize for taking over your thread

Kyle

 

[Robertc2427]

Thanks alot. now i got a good start to begin with. im going to replace the headgasket, as well as head studs. so far ive gotten about half ways.